Winning participants think broadly and explore a variety of topics ranging from infrastructure and workforce needs to education pipeline issues to design fixes to new student volunteerism approaches, etc., for an opportunity to win a $25,000 grant.

Ford Motor Company Fund chooses up to 10 proposals and these winning schools or student organizations will receive a $25,000 grant to see their projects come to reality.

Check Out the Finalists from the 2014 Ford College Community Challenge

Ford C3 - Video Submission Guidelines

Proposal selection notification will be sent by email no later than May 13, 2014.

What is the purpose of this video?

The purpose of the video is to briefly highlight your school/organization/proposed project and showcase compelling information for prize consideration.

What are the expectations?

Submit a short video showing the tangible impact of your project. A professionally developed video (i.e., creative camera work or editing) is not required.

What run time should I make my video?

The duration of the video should be 2-4 minutes.

How do I submit my video?

Video upload instructions will be provided.

When is the video deadline?

Please submit your video no later than May 23.

Where will this video appear?

This video may appear on the Ford Blue Oval Scholars website, Facebook page, as well as other Ford outlets.

Do I need to provide photo releases?

You do not need to provide photo releases when submitting your video, however, please ensure you have the appropriate releases on-file should your video include minors or individuals not affiliated with your organization.